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MBBS, MD - Dermatology

Dermatologist•Ghaziabad
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Lice infestation is an problem many people in the world must be facing. Medically, infestation of lice is called as pediculosis.

With a few measures, lice infestation can be treated:

1. Use a hair dryer: The heated air will dry out the lice and eggs, killing most of them in the process. You typically need to stay committed to this process for about a month (which is the typical life cycle of a lice infestation).

2. Using a comb: When it comes to using a comb for head ...more
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Dermatologist•Delhi
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A head louse is an insect that lives on the human scalp and feeds on human blood. The female louse lays eggs in the head and makes sure the eggs are attached to the hair shaft. It takes around eight days for the egg to hatch. The louse takes another 11 days to mature into an adult louse.

The primary cause of head louse is poor personal hygiene. Other methods by which a person becomes infected by lice are-

1. Using combs and towels that are infested
2. Coming in contact wit...more
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Diploma In Gastroenterology, Diploma In ...read more

Homeopath•Hyderabad
Don't drink water before meals. This can fill your stomach and make it harder to get in enough calories.
Eat more often. ...
Drink milk. ...
Try weight gainer shakes. ...
Use bigger plates. ...
Add cream to your coffee. ...
Take creatine. ...
Get quality sleep.
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IVF Specialist•Delhi
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Pubic lice, also known as crabs , is a condition which occurs when certain parasitic insects are present in the genitals. These insects cause red spots to form on the vagina which result in itching. Crabs are also known to affect other parts of the body such as eyebrows, eyelashes and beards. This disease is extremely contagious in nature; it can be passed on from one person to another via sexual intercourse, hugging and kissing. In some cases, this condition can also be passed on from the pare...more
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Homeopath•Vadodara
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Yes you can use. But it is only temporary solution. Better take homoeopathic treatment for permanent solution. you can consult me through Lybrate
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Dermatologist•Delhi
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A head louse is an insect that lives on the human scalp and feeds on human blood. The female louse lays eggs in the head and makes sure the eggs are attached to the hair shaft. It takes around eight days for the egg to hatch. The louse takes another 11 days to mature into an adult louse.

The primary cause of head louse is poor personal hygiene.

Other methods by which a person becomes infected by lice are -

1. Using combs and towels that are infested
2. Coming in c...more
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Homeopath•Hyderabad
Tips on how to prevent the spread of lice: Don't share items that touch the head like combs or towels. Avoid activities that lead to head-to-head contact. Keep belongings, especially upper body clothing, away from shared areas like coat closets.
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Homeopath•Hyderabad
Go to your drugstore and buy Cetaphil cleanser in the soap department. ...
Apply the Cetaphil cleanser throughout the scalp to dry hair.
After all the hair is wet, wait 2 minutes for Cetaphil to soak in.
Comb out as much excess cleanser as possible.
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Sexologist•Hyderabad
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Lice and nits can be removed by wet combing. This method should be tried first. You can buy a special fine-toothed comb (detection comb) online or from pharmacies to remove head lice and nits.
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BHMS, Diploma in Dermatology

Homeopath•Hyderabad
Home remedies you can try:
Try diluting apple cider vinegar in equal parts with water to help loosen dead skin and reduce inflammation.
Coconut oil is thought to have antifungal properties. Essential oils may have antimicrobial properties that may help a scalp yeast infection.
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